23rd Nov, 2021 13:00
November 2021 Classics Auction
1953 Austin A30
Rare two door model that has been in regular use by the current owner.
Registration - 198 XVS
Chassis No. - 064C90121901
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 13,891
Unlike many A30s that have long since lost the fight against wet winters and salted British roads, this very pretty two-door example has spent its life in the warm dry climate of South Africa. Apparently the subject of an older restoration, it is said to be in ‘great’ overall condition. The vendor regards the blue bodywork, blue interior trim, 803cc A Series engine and four-speed manual gearbox as all being in ‘good’ condition, and we understand the baby Austin ‘starts, drives and runs absolutely fine’. The nicely patinated seats are original and the car even retains its semaphore arms, though flashing indicators have very sensibly been installed in deference to modern traffic. This adorable British classic is now being sold complete with a couple of ancillary instruments, spare wheel, jack, hand pump and other tools. Easy to drive and store, the car represents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a cheap to buy, cheap to run characterful British classic, or the perfect basis for an affordable competition car.
Launched at the 1951 Earls Court Motor Show as the ‘New Austin Seven’, Austin’s A30 was created as a direct competitor to the already very successful Morris Minor. It was the first car of monocoque construction to be produced by Austin and initially only offered in four-door guise – the two-door version followed in 1953, with the van and Countryman estate variants coming on stream another year later. When unveiled, the newcomer was priced at £507, deliberately undercutting the Minor by £62. The model range was superseded by the A35 in 1956, by when 223,264 examples had been produced.
In summary:
- Benefits form having spent its whole life in the warm, dry climate of South Africa
- The subject of an older restoration
- On the button and complete with spare wheel, jack and tools
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £4,000 - £6,000Registration - 198 XVS
Chassis No. - 064C90121901
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 13,891
Unlike many A30s that have long since lost the fight against wet winters and salted British roads, this very pretty two-door example has spent its life in the warm dry climate of South Africa. Apparently the subject of an older restoration, it is said to be in ‘great’ overall condition. The vendor regards the blue bodywork, blue interior trim, 803cc A Series engine and four-speed manual gearbox as all being in ‘good’ condition, and we understand the baby Austin ‘starts, drives and runs absolutely fine’. The nicely patinated seats are original and the car even retains its semaphore arms, though flashing indicators have very sensibly been installed in deference to modern traffic. This adorable British classic is now being sold complete with a couple of ancillary instruments, spare wheel, jack, hand pump and other tools. Easy to drive and store, the car represents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a cheap to buy, cheap to run characterful British classic, or the perfect basis for an affordable competition car.
Launched at the 1951 Earls Court Motor Show as the ‘New Austin Seven’, Austin’s A30 was created as a direct competitor to the already very successful Morris Minor. It was the first car of monocoque construction to be produced by Austin and initially only offered in four-door guise – the two-door version followed in 1953, with the van and Countryman estate variants coming on stream another year later. When unveiled, the newcomer was priced at £507, deliberately undercutting the Minor by £62. The model range was superseded by the A35 in 1956, by when 223,264 examples had been produced.
In summary:
- Benefits form having spent its whole life in the warm, dry climate of South Africa
- The subject of an older restoration
- On the button and complete with spare wheel, jack and tools
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: November 2021 Classics Auction, 23rd Nov, 2021
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place in the Concorde Hangar at Manchester Airport's Runway Visitor Park.
We are delighted to be running this live event in the shadow of Concorde, without doubt the most iconic passenger aircraft in history.
Free parking for auction attendees.
As with all Hampson Auctions there will be a fantastic and varied mix of lots to reflect both the individual interests of collectors whatever stage of the collectors journey they are on.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Monday 22nd November 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 23rd November 9am - 1pm
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